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tick

[tɪk]

tick Definition

  • 1a small, blood-sucking arachnid that burrows into the skin and feeds on the blood of animals and humans
  • 2a regular short, sharp sound, especially that made by a clock or watch
  • 3a mark (✓) used to indicate that an item in a list or text is correct or has been chosen, checked, or dealt with

Using tick: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "tick" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I found a tick on my leg after hiking in the woods.

  • Example

    The clock on the wall made a loud tick every second.

  • Example

    Please put a tick next to your name if you plan to attend the meeting.

  • Example

    I need to tick off all the items on my to-do list before I can relax.

  • Example

    The bomb was ticking away, and we had to evacuate the building immediately.

tick Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with tick

  • to make someone angry or annoyed

    Example

    It really ticks me off when people don't clean up after their dogs.

  • tick all the boxes

    to satisfy all the necessary criteria

    Example

    This candidate ticks all the boxes for the job requirements.

  • on credit or with delayed payment

    Example

    I can't afford to buy a new car outright, so I'm getting it on tick.

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Summary: tick in Brief

The term 'tick' [tɪk] refers to a small arachnid that feeds on the blood of animals and humans, a regular short, sharp sound, and a mark used to indicate that an item in a list or text is correct or has been chosen. It also extends into phrases like 'tick someone off,' meaning to make someone angry, and 'tick all the boxes,' meaning to satisfy all the necessary criteria.